1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 400 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (416 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (194 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
Model | 3000GT | Carlton |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 416 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |